Alcohol Abuse Advice

FOOD PRODUCTS & BEVERAGES

Food products includeA large number of products like: alcohol, beverages, bread & biscuits, frozen food, saffron, snacks, spices & seasonings etc. are included under the category of Food & Beverages at ExportersIndia. The food and beverage industry consists of high level of market segment, huge variety of products, huge number of companies and many other characteristics. The food and beverage industry represents a diverse set of products and processes: fresh, frozen, chilled, and long shelf-life food and beverage products are manufactured, distributed, imported, and marketed to consumers, retailers, catering services, and other manufacturers. Food and beverage manufacturing facilities use large amounts of energy for cooking, cooling, freezing, and cold storage and transport. The manufacture & export of food & beverage has been constantly increasing since past few years. Food & beverage industry has become a big factor and has been constantly adding to the revenues of the countries.

An alcoholic beverage is a DRINK containing ETHANOL(commonly called alcohol). Alcoholic beverages are divided into three general classes:BEERS,WINES, and SPIRITS

Alcoholic beverages are consumed in most countries of the world. According to the International Center for Alcohol Policies (ICAP), over 100 countries have laws that regulate their production, sale, and consumption In particular, such laws specify the minimum age at which a person may legally buy or drink them. This minimum age varies between 16 and 25 years, depending upon the nation and the type of drink. Most nations set it at 18 years of age.

The production and consumption of alcohol occurs in most cultures of the world, from HUNTER-GATHERER peoples to NATION-STATES. Alcoholic beverages are often an important part of social events in these cultures. In many cultures, drinking plays a significant role in social interaction — mainly because of alcohol’s neurological effects.

Alcohol is a PSCHOACTIVE DRUG that has a DEPRESSANT effect. A high BLOOD ALCHOL CONTENT is usually considered to be legal DRUNKENNESS because it reduces attention and slows reaction speed. Alcohol can be addictive, and the state of addiction to alcohol is known as alcoholism.